Potassium is found in vegetables, fruit, meat, bread, milk and nuts.
It plays an big role in the physical fluid system of humans and it helps nerve functions.
When our kidneys malfunction, an accumulation of potassium will occur. This may lead to disturbing heartbeats.
Potassium can effect you when breathed in.
Inhalation of dust can irritate the eyes, nose, throat, lungs with coughing, sneezing and sore throat.
Higher exposures may lead to a build up of fluid in the lungs, causing death.
Skin and eye contact can cause severe burns which lead to to permanent damage.
Enviromental effects:
With nitrogen and phosphorous, potassium is one of the essential minerals for the survival of plants.
Its presence is greatly important for soil health, plant growth and animal proper nutrition.
Its primary function in the plant is its role in the maintenance of pressure and cell size, therefore influencing photosynthesis and energy production.
The element is required in large amounts by the growing plant.
High water soluble levels of potassium cause damage to germinating seeds and reduces the quality of the crop.
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